Matter: The ‘Zombie Gene’ That May Protect Elephants From Cancer
With such enormous bodies, elephants should be particularly prone to tumors. But an ancient gene in their DNA, somehow resurrected, seems to shield the animals. [Source]
Publication Date:Origin: nytimes.com
Category: Genetics and Heredity
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